As the energy price cap increases to £1,755 per year for a typical household from October 1, Amazon customers are turning to the Meross Smart Thermostat to reduce heating costs. The device, currently discounted from £59.99 to £47.49, controls electric underfloor heating and offers energy monitoring, remote temperature adjustment, and multi-room control.
The thermostat can be programmed for up to eight heating periods daily and tracks energy use via the Meross app. It features air and floor sensors accurate to within 0.5°C, preventing overheating and maintaining stable temperatures. The device also automatically stops heating when it detects an open window, which the manufacturer claims can reduce costs by up to 30%.
With a 4.4-star rating from nearly 600 reviews, shoppers praise its ease of installation and scheduling capabilities. One user noted the built-in schedule helps save costs with off-peak heating, while another appreciated the intuitive app. However, some reported connectivity issues with Apple Home, requiring occasional resets.
The Meross Smart Thermostat requires 2.4GHz WiFi and embedded installation with a standard box and power supply. It cannot control heating or hot water systems, unlike rival models such as the Hive Thermostat. Alternative heating options include Dunelm's oil-filled radiator costing 45p per hour and Argos's plug-in heater at 13p per hour.
